Friedrich Wilhelm Joseph Schelling
German-Swiss philosopher and academic
Born
January 27th, 1775
250 years ago
Died
1854
171 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Contributed significantly to German idealism and introduced concepts such as the philosophy of nature. Explored the relationship between freedom, nature, and the human spirit. Engaged in a philosophical rivalry with contemporaries like Hegel and influenced later existential and romantic thought. Held various academic positions, including a professorship in philosophy at the University of Jena.
Developed the philosophy of nature
Influenced German idealism
Engaged in philosophical rivalry with Hegel
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